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Macron Hosts Abbas: Drafting Palestinian Constitution and Aid Boost
11/12/2025
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- France hosted Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in Paris, where Emmanuel Macron announced drafting a Palestinian constitution.
- This initiative follows France's recognition of a Palestinian state amid frustrations over Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Macron said a joint committee would handle the constitution's legal aspects.
- Abbas emphasized reforms, including future elections and a democratic state.
- France will provide 100 million euros in humanitarian aid to Gaza for 2025.
